Olive or Twist

$$ • Bars, American, Southern

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About Olive or Twist

Olive or Twist is a restaurant that offers a lively and varied dining experience. The brunch menu, while not particularly innovative, is generally well-received, with standout dishes like the BBQ shrimp and grits, which feature a unique sauce and creamy, thick grits. The Grits and Grillade platter is filling and flavorful, praised for its pleasant Creole spice and tender meat. The portions are generous, and the potatoes are well-seasoned.

The restaurant also has a popular happy hour, featuring discount drinks until 7 PM, with drinks poured generously. The place itself is neat, with a huge bar stocked with many different liquors and a wide variety of cocktail drinks to choose from. The seafood platter is a crowd-pleaser, while the crawfish étouffée could use more seasoning. The fried catfish and shrimp dish is also noted for its excellent execution.

The atmosphere at Olive or Twist combines a Louisiana bayou country feel with urban French Quarter bar-like decor, offering both a quiet, relaxed outdoor area and a lively, loud indoor space. The service is generally friendly and helpful, though there have been some concerns about slow service and attentiveness.

Overall, Olive or Twist seems to be a versatile establishment, suitable for both casual gatherings and unwinding after a long day, with a menu that caters to a range of tastes, from seafood to fried classics. The location is set back from the road in a strip mall, which can make it slightly difficult to locate.